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Green light for final phase of Helensburgh Waterfront scheme
Argyll and Bute Council has agreed a preferred bidder to deliver the final stage of the multi-million-pound Helensburgh Waterfront development.
A proposal by Forrest Development was agreed by councillors at a Policy and Resources Committee, as offering deliverable, long-term benefits for Helensburgh.
The proposal allows for single-story commercial units, one large enough for a supermarket, and additional smaller units; an area for a skate park, and space for additional car parking.
Over the past 10 years, the council has invested over £20M in the Waterfront’s new leisure centre and swimming pool, car park, sea defences and public realm.
Councillor Ross Moreland, Policy Lead for Finance and Commercial Services, said: “It is really positive that we attracted such a high level of interest in this important site, in what are very challenging economic and commercial circumstances.
“It shows a lot about the strength and attraction of Helensburgh. The regeneration of the Waterfront is about supporting day-to-day life and longer term economic success for Helensburgh. Today’s decision is another step forward in building on the successful transformation the Waterfront area has already seen.”
